• Casual
• Location: Surry Hills, NSW 2010
• Salary: $41.46/hour + Super
• Make a meaningful difference to the lives of Australians in need
  Life at Mission Australia
  When you join the team at Mission Australia, you become part of a community who are determined to end homelessness and ensure people in need can thrive. United by our Christian purpose and values, we stand together with anyone who needs us, for as long as they need us.
  Your Opportunity
  Our residential aged care facility caters to men and women who are homeless or at risk of homelessness, or who have experienced financial or social disadvantage.
  This role will assist the chef in providing nutritionally balanced meals meeting the aged care standards and NSW Dept Health Regulations. This role will work within budget as set by the Chef and maintain food and cooking areas in a hygienic & functional manner following HACCP.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

• Meal preparation under the direction of the chef in accordance with the dietary requirements of the clients
• Work from a preplanned four-week rotating menus and cater for occasions
• Receive food deliveries and ensure prompt and correct storage
• Maintain accurate records and ensure adequate food stock & rotation of stored food
• Advise the Chef/Director of Care of any signs of infestation and maintain kitchen in a safe and hygienic state
• Identify & report any incidents or safety concerns to the Chef and action if appropriate
• Complete all CQI activities and follow all Safe Work Practices
• Ensure the security of the kitchen area & its storage facilities and also supervise the kitchen hands ensuring tasks are completed

Requirements for Success

• Minimum 2 years’ experience as a cook and working with aged care facilities is an advantage
• Relevant certificate in food safety and experience in food handling role
• Understanding of food safety and quality standards essential
• Evidence of COVID-19 Vaccination essential; 2 doses along with latest booster along with yearly flu vaccination

Before starting work with us, you will need to undertake a national police history check, qualifications, and referee checks, and have a clearance to work with children/vulnerable people.
Our culture
Our innovative and inclusive culture will ensure you feel valued at Mission Australia as you help Australians in need and develop in your career.
We prioritise the safety and wellbeing of everyone, both within our team and the individuals we serve.
We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive working environment. We actively support and encourage people of all backgrounds; gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural background, disability, religion, and sexual orientation to submit an application and aim to ensure that the recruitment and employee experience is as accessible and inclusive as possible. So, whoever you are, if you’re skilled and actively support our purpose and values, you would be welcome at Mission Australia.
If you live with disability and require support to submit your application, please email
talentattraction@missionaustralia.com.au
We strongly encourage applications from people who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander. For culturally safe support or assistance with your application, please contact us at
Deadlycareers@missionaustralia.com.au

Your benefits

• Rewarding work – every day you know you’re making a real difference
• Not-for-profit salary packaging, reducing your tax
• Free external, confidential counselling
• Volunteering opportunities
• Opportunity to purchase additional annual leave
• Extra leave including Mission Australia Thank You Day & Work Anniversary Day off

• Meal preparation under the direction of the chef in accordance with the dietary requirements of the clients
• Work from a preplanned four-week rotating menus and cater for occasions
• Receive food deliveries and ensure prompt and correct storage
• Maintain accurate records and ensure adequate food stock & rotation of stored food
• Advise the Chef/Director of Care of any signs of infestation and maintain kitchen in a safe and hygienic state
• Identify & report any incidents or safety concerns to the Chef and action if appropriate
• Complete all CQI activities and follow all Safe Work Practices
• Ensure the security of the kitchen area & its storage facilities and also supervise the kitchen hands ensuring tasks are complete